CAS 3164-85-0: Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate

Description:Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate, with the CAS number 3164-85-0, is a potassium salt of 2-ethylhexanoic acid, a branched-chain fatty acid. This compound typically appears as a white to off-white solid and is soluble in water, making it useful in various applications. It is often employed as a stabilizer and surfactant in the production of polymers and as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions. The presence of the potassium ion enhances its solubility and reactivity compared to its acid counterpart. Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate exhibits low toxicity, which makes it suitable for use in food and pharmaceutical applications, although safety data should always be consulted. Its chemical structure contributes to its ability to interact with various substrates, facilitating processes such as emulsification and dispersion. Overall, this compound is valued for its functional properties in industrial and laboratory settings, particularly in formulations requiring effective stabilization and solubilization.

Formula:C₈H₁₆O₂·K

InChI:InChI=1S/C8H16O2.K/c1-3-5-6-7(4-2)8(9)10;/h7H,3-6H2,1-2H3,(H,9,10);

InChI key:InChIKey=LXUNKDFIOZFCAK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES:[K].O=C(O)C(CC)CCCC

Synonyms:
2-Ethylhexanoic acid potassium salt
B 15G
Dabco K 15
Dabco K 5
Dabco T 45
Hex-Cem K 15
Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, potassium salt
Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, potassium salt (1:1)
Hexcem 977
K-Zero 3000
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Nikka Octhix Potassium
Nusa K
P 0048
Pelcat 9540
Pelcat 9540A
Pelron 9540
Potassium 2-Ethylhexanoate
Potassium 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid Hydrate
Potassium 2-ethylcapronate
Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate hydrate
Potassium Hex-Cem
Pucat 15G
T 45 (catalyst)
Tegokat K 15
Voracor CM 822
Potassium isooctanoate
T 45

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Product data	Purity	Price range	Estimated delivery
Potassium 2-Ethylhexanoate REF: 3B-E0121CAS: 3164-85-0	>95.0%(T)	54.00 €~470.00 €	Tue 08 Apr 25
Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate hydrate, 95% REF: 02-039440CAS: 3164-85-0	95%	52.00 €~222.00 €	Wed 09 Apr 25
Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate, 99.9% (metals basis), 75% w/w soln. REF: 02-039163CAS: 3164-85-0	75%	To inquire	Wed 09 Apr 25
Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate hydrate, 95% REF: 08-19-1920CAS: 3164-85-0	95%	79.00 €~290.00 €	Thu 10 Apr 25
Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate REF: IN-DA003TVGCAS: 3164-85-0	97%	23.00 €~66.00 €	Tue 15 Apr 25
Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate REF: 54-OR79828CAS: 3164-85-0	97+%	32.00 €~290.00 €	Wed 16 Apr 25
Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate REF: 10-F689671CAS: 3164-85-0	98%	13.00 €~78.00 €	Mon 21 Apr 25
Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate hydrate REF: 3D-DAA16485CAS: 3164-85-0	Min. 95%	47.00 €~1,778.00 €	Tue 10 Jun 25